May 2019 It’s time to draw the battle lines – why? I’ll tell you why: because last week I spotted my first white cabbage butterfly of the season. It seems…
Crouchers15th May 2019
April 2019 If you’ve been lucky enough to enjoy dinner in the conservatory of our potager restaurant, not only would you have been looking over a wonderful fledgling display of…
Crouchers9th April 2019
Formed in Stockholm, Sweden in 1972 by Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson and Anni-Frid Lyngstad the all time classic band ABBA was born. Rising to fame just 2 years…
Crouchers2nd April 2019
Spring has sprung, and the borders around the hotel are coming to life as our daffodils, tulips, irises and bluebells begin to show themselves. The herbaceous perennials are coming back…
Crouchers4th March 2019
Unlike Lynn Anderson, we can promise you a rose garden! And not just a rose garden either! Our wonderful gardener Tim has been getting his hands dirty mapping out the…
Crouchers1st March 2019
Are you down on the South coast with the kids this half-term? There's an abundance of things to do in the local area around Crouchers Orchards, with an interesting mix…
Crouchers11th February 2019
If you're staying in and treating your other half to a home cooked dinner this Valentine's then here's 7 feel-good ingredients that you'll want to include in your dishes! …
Crouchers28th January 2019
On Monday 7th January we will be delighted in welcoming our new head chef David Smith to our Potager kitchen team. David was born in Tunworth in Staffordshire, a quaint…
Crouchers6th January 2019
Now that we have our feet firmly on the ground of 2019 we'd like to share what the year has in store for us and you as guests! January will…
Crouchers4th January 2019
Bubble & Squeak - The traditionally English way of using left over vegetables from last night's roast dinner to create a tasty and filling treat that can be enjoyed at…
Crouchers27th December 2018
Our top tips and tricks on table decorations for the big day. Now, we all know that Christmas is a time for family and being together so make your Christmas…
Crouchers21st December 2018
The 1920's were exceptionally glamorous and surprisingly, finding something to wear to fit the era nowadays is easier than you think. We've outlined some top tips on dressing up Gatsby…
Crouchers12th December 2018
Giving you an excuse to make the weekend last a little longer. We all wish the weekend wouldn't end and that we wouldn't have to gear our brains up on…
Crouchers19th November 2018
Our Cider House Kitchen has officially been open for 2 months and what a fabulous food fest it's been so far! Our menu has grown with some delicious new additions…
Crouchers5th November 2018
How Gin could be the Tonic for your winter cold! Whilst many boozy beverages such as red wine, beer and whiskey can worsen the winter sniffles, our trusty tart spirit…
Crouchers31st October 2018
Last year we were delighted to welcome Head Chef Luke Gale to our established brigade of professionals working in our exciting restaurant. Luke grew up in the West Sussex village…
Crouchers12th May 2017
Here at Crouchers we are extremely fortunate to be surrounded by some of the most beautiful countryside in West Sussex, and our local golf courses make spectacular locations in which…
Crouchers20th January 2017
Christmas is coming. It’s that time of year when we start asking the question: "What can I buy for the person who has everything?” "How can I entice the family…
Crouchers10th November 2016
Come and join us for some fabulous, festive fun here at Crouchers Restaurant and Hotel. Christmas Party Nights Whether it’s with work, family or friends, you’re sure to have a…
Crouchers7th October 2016
West Dean Gardens' Apple Affair is a popular outdoor food and drink festival with an emphasis on the best of the British autumn harvest. Amongst apple displays, food and shopping…
Crouchers26th September 2016
